Carillon Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Brian Beard
Photo by Brian Beard
Photo by Brian Beard
Photo by Brian Beard
Photo by Brian Beard
Photo by Brian Beard
Photo by Brian Beard
Photo by Brian Beard

Popular places to visit

Virginia Commonwealth University

Virginia Commonwealth University

5/5(1 review)

Explore the campus of Virginia Commonwealth University during your visit to Richmond. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its great live music.

Virginia Commonwealth University
University of Richmond

University of Richmond

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Richmond during your trip to Richmond. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the cosy cafes while you're in the area.

University of Richmond
Richmond

Broad Street

5/5(1 review)

During your trip to Richmond, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Broad Street. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Broad Street
Maymont Park featuring heritage architecture and a house

Maymont Park

There’s something for everyone at this estate, with plants, animals and a beautiful house to discover.

Maymont Park
Altria Theater

Altria Theater

Enjoy a show at Altria Theater, a popular theatre in Richmond. Amble around the area's picturesque gardens or attend a sporting event.

Altria Theater
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts featuring art and a city

Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

Home to 22,000 works of art covering 5,000 years of history, this museum has something for everyone.

Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

Activities

Historic Trolley Tour

Historic Trolley Tour

AU$64
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Historic Trolley Tour
Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park

Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park

AU$53
per adult
Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park
Come see Richmond like you never have heard tales of death and bring the city's history back to life.

RVA Ghosts Shockoe Bottom Sinister Scares by US Ghost Adventures

AU$40
per adult
RVA Ghosts Shockoe Bottom Sinister Scares by US Ghost Adventures
“Our guide was awesome, kind and very knowledgeable about the area and each restaurant. I highly recommend this company and we will be taking the other tours they offer.” - River City Food Tours guest

Arts District Food Tour in Richmond with Discover Richmond

AU$152
per adult
Arts District Food Tour in Richmond with Discover Richmond
Group Shot at the Virginia State Capitol!

Richmond Landmark Segway Tour

AU$84
per adult
Richmond Landmark Segway Tour
Picture 2 for Activity Richmond Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl

Richmond Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl

AU$46
per adult
Richmond Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
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Our pick of the best Carillon Hotel Deals

The Jefferson Hotel

The Jefferson Hotel

5 out of 5
101 West Franklin Street, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$508 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$508
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy rooms in ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"Bed very comfortable, spacious bathroom, soft and large bath towels"

Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025

The Jefferson Hotel
Studio 6 Richmond, VA - Airport

Studio 6 Richmond, VA - Airport

2 out of 5
580 Trampton Road, Sandston, VA
The price is AU$135 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$135
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Sandston. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Broad Street and White Oak Village are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (207 reviews)
"The staff and service at Studio 6 was excellent!! When we were looking for a place to stay and read all the reviews at first we were dumbfounded with how the reviews were so good and quite possibly the best in the area so we gave it a shot and they were spot on. Staff was great and everything has ..."

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025

Studio 6 Richmond, VA - Airport
Omni Richmond Hotel

Omni Richmond Hotel

4 out of 5
100 S 12th St, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$270 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$270
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,156 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay at the Omni Richmond. Lovely hotel with all the amenities we needed and was close to the places we needed to go."

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

Omni Richmond Hotel
Wingate by Wyndham Richmond Short Pump

Wingate by Wyndham Richmond Short Pump

2.5 out of 5
13991 N Gayton Rd, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$182 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$182
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,799 reviews)
"Good, convenient location. Lots of shopping and dining nearby. Clean, some slight wear and tear in specific places but overall very well kept. Breakfast was good and not too far from downtown Richmond. I didn't feel like I was sacrificing or settling compared to if I had booked at a larger flagship ..."

Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

Wingate by Wyndham Richmond Short Pump
Hilton Richmond Downtown

Hilton Richmond Downtown

4 out of 5
501 E Broad St, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$271 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$271
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Helpful attentive friendly staff"

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Hilton Richmond Downtown
Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway

Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway

3 out of 5
4303 Commerce Road, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$161 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$161
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway
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Other neighbourhoods around Carillon

Virginia Museum of Fine Arts which includes interior views and art

Museum District

You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Museum District. You might want to make time for a stop at Virginia Museum of Fine Arts or Virginia Museum of History & Culture.

Museum District
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Fan District

You'll enjoy the live music and monuments in Fan District. You might want to make time for a stop at Monument Avenue or Jefferson Davis Monument.

Fan District
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VCU

If you're spending some time in VCU, Altria Theater and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.

VCU
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Scott's Addition

Scott's Addition might not have many top sights, but The Diamond and Children's Museum of Richmond are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Scott's Addition
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Monroe Ward

If you're spending some time in Monroe Ward, Broad Street and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.

Monroe Ward
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Central Office

While visiting Central Office, you might make a stop by sights like Canal Walk and Shockoe Slip.

Central Office

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